How does Video Ident work? Easily explained

You can identify yourself online via Video Ident if, for example, you want to use a prepaid tariff. But how exactly does identification work and what do you need for it? We'll explain that to you here.

What do I need for Video Ident?

While you can also classically identify yourself with your ID, VideoIdent offers you the opportunity to save yourself this route. Instead, the identity check for a prepaid tariff, the opening of a current account at a bank or for lending can also be carried out online. With the right conditions, you can do this conveniently from your computer or laptop. For video ID verification you need:

• a computer
• a stable internet connection
• Your valid ID or passport
• a webcam and a microphone

This is how video identification works

Have your valid ID document ready and check your webcam and microphone settings.

1. If you want to activate your card as a prepaid customer, your provider will ask you to identify yourself by email or in the order overview. You will receive a link or can go to VideoIdent via the provider's website.
2. Follow the menu navigation on the website and enter all the required data. You may then have to wait a moment for an employee to be there for you.
3. The employee who will identify you via video chat will ask you to hold your ID document in the camera.
4. Then you have to turn the ID so that it can be checked for authenticity. You cannot use a copy of the document.
5. At the end of the test, an SMS is usually sent to the new cell phone number. This contains a code that you must provide at Video Ident to complete the check.